2024-10-29
19 分钟Why practice is the key to success. If there’s anyone who knows about performing under pressure, it’s former NFL quarterback Andrew Luck. Whether playing in front of thousands or presenting to ten, his key to success is practice. "There's a romantic notion that you rise to the occasion," says Luck, a Stanford graduate and four-time Pro Bowl selection. "But I think you settle to the level of your training. We practiced those high-pressure situations all the time.” From calling critical game-winning plays to navigating communication off the field, our performance in high-stakes situations, Luck maintains, is determined by our level of preparation. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Luck and host Matt Abrahams explore how deliberate practice can help us hone our performance across all domains of our lives. From managing high-pressure situations to building psychological safety in homes and workplaces, Luck shares insights gained from both sides of the field — as a player and now as a coach. Episode Reference Links: Andrew LuckEp.153 Listen Up, Leaders: A Record-Setting Coach’s Guide to Communication Connect: Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters: (00:00) - Introduction (01:36) - Communication in High-Stress Situations (03:46) - Staying Calm Under Pressure (06:16) - Earning Leadership Through Respect (07:39) - Overcoming Conflict Aversion (08:46) - Decision to Retire from the NFL (10:53) - Returning to Education (12:31) - Life Lessons Through Coaching (14:52) - The Final Three Questions (18:00) - Conclusion
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The game of life and the game of business can be quite challenging and difficult at times.
But with clear intent, strong relationships and a fair amount of practice, we can be successful.
My name is Matt Abrahams and I teach strategic communication at Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Welcome to Think Fast, Talk Smart, the podcast.
Today I'm really excited to speak with Andrew Luck.
Andrew is a former NFL quarterback known for his excell, exceptional leadership and strategic thinking on the field.
Andrew is also a Stanford graduate with an undergraduate degree in architectural design and recently a master's degree in education.
As quarterback for Stanford, Andrew led his team to multiple victories and he continued this trend while playing professionally for the Indianapolis Colts where he earned four Pro bowl selections and the 2018 NFL Comeback Player of the Year award.
Andrew, thank you for joining us.
It is a true pleasure to chat with you.
I've watched many of your games here at Stanford and certainly on tv, many, many more.
Thanks for joining us today.
Yeah, my pleasure.
Should we get started?
Please.